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4/13 Minor League report

Chris Rusin gave up two runs on six hits over seven innings in Iowa’s 8-2 win over Albuquerque. Anthony Rizzo had three hits and one RBIs. He has 10 RBIs already and was batting .387. Dave Sappelt had two hits, including his first home run, and drove in three runs.

Justin Bour and Michael Brenly each reached base twice and Michael Burgess had two hits in Tennessee’s 4-1 loss to Jackson.

Hayden Simpson gave up three runs on seven hits over 5 2/3 innings in Daytona’s 5-4 loss to Tampa. Richard Jones had two hits.

Rafael Lopez had three hits in Peoria’s 4-2 loss to Wisconsin. PJ Francescon gave up three runs on six hits over 5 2/3 innings and took the loss.

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